Katalina Bell

2 weeks ago | bigcountryhomepage.com | Adam Singleton |Katalina Bell

This colorful DIY bubble blower is simple to make, safe for kids, and a great way to explore color mixing and air pressure while having fun with bubbles!Prepare the Bottle: Carefully cut off the bottom (about 1–2 inches up) from the plastic bottle. Adults should do this step for younger kids. Attach the Bubble Cloth: Stretch the baby wipe over the open bottom of the bottle. Make sure it’s pulled tight and flat. Secure it with a rubber band around the edge so it doesn’t slip off.

3 weeks ago | bigcountryhomepage.com | Adam Singleton |Katalina Bell

This time of year, we tend to get single cell thunderstorms. These are isolated, smaller storms that grow and die within about an hour. The reason? It all goes back to intense heating in the Big Country on a summer afternoon. The sun warms the surface, the air rises, and boom! You get a quick burst of heavy rain and lightning.

2 months ago | bigcountryhomepage.com | Katalina Bell |Ashly Ibarra

BIG COUNTRY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Whether it’s wildfires, thunderstorms, or tornadoes, severe weather doesn’t always stick to a schedule. That’s why the National Weather Service (NWS) works 24/7, 365 days a year — keeping a constant eye on the skies to help protect communities like the Big Country. As many Texans know, weather patterns can shift in an instant. One day might bring two to three inches of rain, and the next, we’re pushing 90 degrees with sunshine.

Mar 26, 2025 | bigcountryhomepage.com | Ashly Ibarra |Katalina Bell

SNYDER, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – At Grant Teaff Tiger Stadium, the Snyder High School Tigers and the entire community are no strangers to Friday night lights. But it’s not just the challenge of facing an opponent on the field — they also have to deal with unpredictable weather. Snyder is known for its severe weather, which can be challenging to predict, especially in a rural town.

Mar 15, 2025 | bigcountryhomepage.com | Katalina Bell |Ashly Ibarra

ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – It’s almost spring, and breezy conditions are back in the forecast. But as the Big Country saw some intense days of wind, locals may wonder, is this normal? You’re correct if you feel there is something unusual about the winds!Many conditions have been impacting the Big Country. Let’s talk about them. Last summer, a transition from El Niño to La Niña occurred.